Amphoteric compositions and polymeric forms of alpha hydroxyacids and their therapeutic use

ABSTRACT

A therapeutic composition for topical treatment of cosmetic conditions or dermatological disorders comprising dimeric or polymeric forms of hydroxyacids which may be present as a free acid, ester or in a salt form with an organic base or inorganic alkali. The hydroxyacids may be incorporated in an amphoteric or pseudoamphoteric system.



